Search Approach

Testimonials

As chair of the Search Committee for Vice President for Alumni and College Relations, I am very happy that we chose Lindauer. Not only did the firm find perfect matches for Berea’s unique culture of advocacy, they presented three exceptional and diverse finalists – making our ultimate decision difficult but supremely satisfying. Our Search Director conducted every step of the process with clear, objective vision and sage advice. I would highly rate Lindauer as a valuable partner when searching for the right development and advancement leaders.

Derrick Singleton

Vice President for Operations and Sustainability/Search Committee Chair — Berea College

“After working successfully with Lindauer at a previous employer, I returned to them to help me identify my most senior colleague. My Search Director did a superb job shaping and executing the search. The depth and caliber of the talent pool pleased everyone involved in the process. In many ways it was the best search I have ever experienced, and I will most certainly work with the firm again.”

Fred Van Sickle

Vice President for Alumni Affairs and Development — Cornell University

Emerson College was looking to build an Institutional Advancement leadership team and chose Lindauer to help us do it. We could not have been more pleased with the process. Our Senior Consultant was focused and deliberate, and found just the right professionals to promote a positive view of the College and deepen alumni affinity and philanthropy. These were exciting opportunities for consummate communicators, storytellers, and strategic alliance builders – and Lindauer delivered on all three.

Ronald Korvas

Vice President for Institutional Advancement — Emerson College

Lindauer impressed us on a number of levels during the searches the firm has conducted. Each time the process was skillful and efficient. Our Search Director communicated often and well, and presented a strong candidate pool that reflected top priorities of both the hiring manager and other key members of the Academy. There was obviously deep referencing, as candidates seemed fully vetted with detailed summaries of their strengths and potential. We are very pleased with the results.

Thomas P. Lockerby

Secretary of the Academy — Phillips Academy

Lindauer has placed many development professionals at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center over the years, from Directors of Development to Major Gift Officers, even difficult to fill positions, like a Director of Operations. One of the great benefits of their service is the deep talent pool they present; we’ve actually found ourselves hiring more than one of their recommendations. Their Search Team possesses an uncanny ability to find just the right professionals for the intense academic medicine pace – no small feat in the highly competitive New England healthcare market. I wouldn’t hesitate to call on the firm again.

We wanted a Chief Development Officer who would connect well with passionate, sophisticated donors, and the staff at Lindauer got that. Our Search Director truly understood what we do: our culture, our nuances, and why we defend the principles preserved in the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights, U.S. Constitution and Bill of Rights. Lindauer delivered candidates who really related to our mission, and we had a wealth of leadership talent to choose from.

Carol Rose

Executive Director — ACLU of Massachusetts

Lindauer did an excellent job finding and placing our Vice President of Philanthropy. I’m a fan of the entire experience with the firm and our Search Director in particular. She and the Lindauer team truly understood who we are, our unique place in the musical world, and who would be the best choice to fit our culture and lead our development team. I highly recommend Lindauer for finding development leaders for the arts, or any sector.

Trey Devey

Former President — Cincinnati Symphony and Pops Orchestra & May Festival

Even though the bulk of my experience was in higher education, the Search Team at Lindauer recognized my ability to take best practices that I have learned and gathered over the years and implement them to the best of my abilities in a different environment. The result is a job that I love, one that empowers me and allows me to motivate others. I would recommend Lindauer to those searching for philanthropic talent and to those looking for that new and exciting career step.

Brian Kish

President — Emeril Lagasse Foundation

I've connected with many recruiters throughout my career and this experience was by far the best I've ever had. It was clear that my Search Consultant had an in-depth understanding of the client's needs and how my skill sets would fit their requirements. It was also very apparent that her client trusted her judgement. I intend to refer great professionals to Lindauer in the future.

Tina Burgelman

Director of Development, School of Education — University of San Francisco

We were looking for a visionary leader to manage our Development program. This was a key role at Operation Healing Forces (OHF), where we help active-duty and recent veterans heal in preparation to return to the fight or transition successfully into civilian life. We wanted a person who was resourceful, adept at thinking strategically, and able to translate plans into action. Lindauer found such a leader, one who was excited about joining a thriving organization supporting a heart-wrenching mission. Our experience could not have been better.